Anatomy of the Axilla

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The axilla is a pyramid-shaped space in the upper body where the arm connects to the torso.

The glenohumeral joint, where the humerus (upper arm bone) meets the scapula (shoulder blade), forms the upper boundary of the axilla.

The axillary fascia, a layer of connective tissue, marks the lower boundary of the axilla.

The axilla is located between the glenohumeral joint and the axillary fascia.

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The axilla is shaped like a pyramid, with its base facing towards the arm and its apex pointing towards the chest.

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Pyramidal space located inferior to the glenohumeral joint, the joint between the humerus and scapula, and superior to the axillary fascia at the junction of the arm and thorax.
Located in the upper part of the body.
Situated at the junction where the arm meets the torso.
Situated between the glenohumeral joint (joint between the humerus and scapula) superiorly.
Located above the axillary fascia inferiorly.
Lies beneath the shoulder joint and above the upper chest.
Forms a pyramidal space.